Chandigarh Becomes a Fortress Ahead of President Hollande’s Visit

French President Francois Hollande kick starts his India visit from Chandigarh today.

French President Francois Hollande and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in Chandigarh on Sunday, January 24, to kick-start the former’s three-day visit to India. Hollande is the chief guest at this year’s Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi as well.

Amid heightened security, especially in the wake of a threat letter received by the French consulate in Bengaluru, City Beautiful has been converted into a virtual fortress.

Hollande, who will be formally received by Modi at the Rock Garden at 3 pm, will be the chief guest at the Indo-French CEOs Forum at 4 pm and India France Business Summit at 4.45 pm.

Here’s the French President’s Chandigarh itinerary in a jiffy:

1 pm: Lands at Chandigarh airport

2.30 pm: Visits Capitol Complex, Rock Garden and Government Museum and Art Gallery

6.30 pm: Takes off from Chandigarh to Delhi

(With inputs from Tribune)

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